Counsel, Legislation and Government Relations

Overview

A leading organization in the Hospitals & Medical Centers sector is seeking a Counsel specializing in Legislation and Government Relations. This role involves delivering impactful outcomes for customers and stakeholders by collaborating across teams and managing key priorities. The position offers opportunities for visibility, professional growth, and meaningful impact.

Location: Remote (U.S. based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available)

Compensation: $190,000 – $220,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Identify legislative and regulatory goals across various states
• Engage with lobbyists to draft legislation and regulations
• Build coalitions with stakeholders to drive legislative change
• Monitor federal and state legislation and regulatory updates
• Collaborate with business teams to implement legislative changes
• Provide legal advice on a range of business issues
• Prepare responses to regulatory inquiries

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree with admission to a state bar
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal and government relations experience
• At least 2 years of experience in state or federal government
• Proven track record engaging with legislators and government regulators
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills
• Excellent communication and writing abilities
• Experience working cross-culturally with diverse teams

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Legislative advocacy and regulatory monitoring
• Familiarity with legal research tools
• Expertise in labor and employment law
• Experience with contract management software and compliance management systems
• Knowledge of database systems for government data and policy analysis tools
• Experience with GovTech platforms and stakeholder management software
• Ability to use data analytics tools for legislative trend analysis

Benefits

• Professional growth opportunities within a supportive team environment
• Experience working in a fast-paced startup setting
• Exposure to a broad range of legal and government relations issues
• Participation in meaningful legislative initiatives and regulatory changes
• Opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but bring unique backgrounds and perspectives.